The Hindu Vocabulary 16 October 2024

Word/Phrase

Part of Speech/Idiom

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Example

Verdict

Noun

A decision or conclusion, especially a formal one given by a jury or judge.

(निर्णय)

Judgment, Decision, Ruling, Conclusion, Determination, Resolution, Pronouncement, Sentence, Outcome, Finding

Uncertainty, Mistrial, Ambiguity, Hesitation, Confusion, Question, Indecision, Doubt, Non-conclusion, Inconclusiveness

The jury reached a unanimous verdict after three days of deliberation.

Induct

Verb

To formally admit someone to a position or organization.

(सम्मिलित करना)

Admit, Enroll, Initiate, Introduce, Install, Appoint, Accept, Embrace, Enlist, Recruit

Expel, Oust, Reject, Exclude, Discharge, Remove, Dismiss, Deny, Banish, Bar

He was inducted into the Hall of Fame for his contributions to the sport.

Trajectory

Noun

The path followed by an object moving under the action of given forces.

(पथ)

Path, Course, Route, Arc, Flight, Orbit, Progression, Direction, Line, Motion

Stationary, Halt, Stagnation, Stability, Immobility, Fixed path, Stillness, Standstill, Non-movement, Regression

The missile's trajectory was carefully calculated to hit the target.

Inflation

Noun

A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.

(मुद्रास्फीति)

Price rise, Escalation, Growth, Expansion, Increase, Surge, Boom, Hike, Soaring, Cost push

Deflation, Recession, Price drop, Depression, Stagnation, Stability, Lowering, Diminishment, Decrease, Collapse

Inflation has raised the cost of basic goods, making them unaffordable for many.

Moderation

Noun

The avoidance of excess or extremes, especially in behavior or political opinions.

(संयम)

Restraint, Balance, Self-control, Temperance, Sobriety, Mildness, Modesty, Prudence, Calmness, Regulation

Excess, Extremism, Overindulgence, Immoderation, Exaggeration, Overdoing, Intemperance, Agitation, Extremity, Exorbitance

Moderation in diet and exercise is key to a healthy lifestyle.

Retail

Noun

The sale of goods to the public in relatively small quantities for use or consumption rather than for resale.

(खुदरा व्यापार)

Selling, Sale, Merchandising, Commerce, Trading, Store, Outlet, Shop, Distribute, Market

Wholesale, Bulk, Mass, Distribution, Large-scale, Trade, Export, Manufacturer, Supplier, Producer

The new store focuses on retail sales of electronics and appliances.

Unanimously

Adverb

With full agreement by all involved.

(सर्वसम्मति से)

Collectively, Together, As one, Without opposition, With one voice, In agreement, Harmoniously, Concordantly, Undividedly, Concurrently

Disagreeably, Divisively, Differently, Variously, Separately, Inconsistently, Contradictorily, Conflictingly, Dissentingly, Discordantly

The proposal was approved unanimously by the board.

Reiterate

Verb

To say something again, typically for emphasis or clarity.

(बार-बार दोहराना)

Repeat, Restate, Recap, Reaffirm, Echo, Emphasize, Reassert, Rephrase, Reemphasize, Reiterate

Withdraw, Revoke, Rescind, Retract, Cancel, Suppress, Reverse, Dismiss, Deny, Withhold

The teacher reiterated the instructions to ensure everyone understood the assignment.

Unambiguously

Adverb

In a clear and precise manner; without any doubt or confusion.

(स्पष्ट रूप से)

Clearly, Explicitly, Plainly, Obviously, Definite, Precisely, Transparently, Distinctly, Unequivocally, Concretely

Ambiguously, Vaguely, Confusingly, Obscurely, Doubtfully, Unclearly, Inexactly, Uncertainly, Muddled, Doubtfully

The instructions were unambiguously written to avoid any confusion.

Spike

Noun

 A sharp increase in the amount or rate of something.

(अचानक वृद्धि )

Surge, Rise, Increase, Peak, Hike, Jump, Upsurge, Escalation, Leap, Boom

Drop, Decline, Decrease, Fall, Dip, Plunge, Slump, Reduce, Crash, Diminish

The sudden spike in demand led to higher prices for the product.

Bullish

Adjective

Optimistic or confident about the future, especially with reference to stock markets expecting rising prices.

(आशावादी)

Optimistic, Positive, Upbeat, Confident, Hopeful, Expectant, Assured, Sure, Enthusiastic, Buoyant

Bearish, Pessimistic, Negative, Doubtful, Depressed, Discouraged, Cautious, Gloomy, Uncertain, Hesitant

Investors are feeling bullish about the tech market’s potential for growth.

Slash

Verb

To reduce something, especially prices or costs, significantly.

(कटौती करना )

Cut, Reduce, Decrease, Lower, Trim, Shrink, Drop, Minimize, Diminish, Curtail

Raise, Increase, Boost, Hike, Expand, Extend, Enhance, Augment, Grow, Multiply

The company decided to slash prices to attract more customers.